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S18 TTC

1998 Audi Tt

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,540 mi
Last recorded159,540 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Audi Tt112,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS18 TTC
MakeAudi
ModelTt
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 159,540 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 147,778 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 147,778 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Jan 2016 147,244 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre/rear joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn smooth due to under inflation of tyre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement Binding (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cords exposed (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Centre exhaust mount broken

Engine coolant fans not working

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside front tyre has deep outer sidewall damage

Nearside rear shock dust cover insecure

Offside front tyre has deep outer sidewall damage

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Tyres perishing

Pass 20 Jan 2015 142,974 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 141,099 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 141,097 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 132,134 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 118,116 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 104,695 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 97,860 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 83,791 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 64,803 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 48,542 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 48,536 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 36,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Audi Tt?

Based on 2,336,395 MOT tests across 161,515 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
4,869
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
161,515
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,061
position lamp(s) not working 54,144
coil spring broken 21,869
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,796
Registration plate lamp not working 16,355
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S18 TTC is a 1998 Audi Tt in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Audi Tt models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 112,426 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi Tt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,061 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S18 TTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Tt typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 28 years old, this Audi Tt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S18 TTC registered?

S18 TTC is a 1998 Audi Tt, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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